Typologies: GSAS Design Assessment (GSAS PUBLICATIONS SERIES)

Reflecting the best practices from the most established global rating systems, the revised and updated GSAS version 2.0 set of manuals includes the most comprehensive framework to date that addresses the built environment from a macro level to a micro level targeting a wide range of building typologies. Aggregated into one comprehensive manual, the GSAS Typologies: Design Assessment v2.0 guides design and construction professionals through design assessment for all building typologies. The manual consists of a set of criteria and measurements used to assess the sustainability performance of new building projects and documenting the degree to which the requirements of Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) have been met. GSAS Typologies: Design Assessment v2.0 provides information for the design assessment of each of the following typologies: • COMMERCIAL building types include spaces that serve various functions such as offices, conference rooms, foyers, retail spaces, and ancillary areas. • CORE + SHELL buildings consist wholly or partly undersigned infill, and the owner/developer may not have control over the fit-out of the spaces. • RESIDENTIAL building types include spaces used primarily for housing. This includes single-family housing units as well as multi-unit dwellings. • EDUCATION buildings include educational facilities for students in kindergarten through 12th grade as well as college and university facilities. This includes classrooms, libraries, auditoriums, cafeterias, kitchens, offices, and other spaces that are part of academic buildings. • MOSQUES building types include the building containing the congregational worship areas. • HOTELS building types include a variety of spaces including guestrooms, lobbies, banquet halls, offices, conference rooms, dining areas and kitchens, fitness centers, retail spaces, and ancillary areas. • LIGHT INDUSTRY building types include both operational and office areas as well as the general building as a whole.